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By Jeanette Joy Fisher
Does your home make you feel happy, energized, and at the same time bring you peace? Or, do you feel unhappy, depressed, or distressed in your home, and you don't know why?
Many people design and decorate their home following traditional interior design methods only to feel unsatisfied with the results. Perhaps you've repainted, reduced clutter, and updated your home, but you still feel something is missing. It's time you learn the principles of Design Psychology so you can purposefully choose design elements that promote positive emotions and well-being.
Imagine revisiting the most memorable, joy-filled home you've had the pleasure of spending time in. What made this home special to you? The people who lived there? Were they happy, enthusiastic, and enjoying life? What features in the home and furnishings instilled joyful memories in you?
Envision your own joy-filled home. What feelings does this home conjure in your imagination? Do you seek joy and happy activities? Or, do you yearn for peace, tranquility, and rest?
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We want our homes to provide and promote comfort, relaxation, inspiration, refreshment, laughter, and happy moments. You can intentionally design your home to foster joyful feelings when you apply the principles of Design Psychology. How? Choose design details, such as lighting, colors, patterns, textures, and furnishings specifically to support your emotional needs.
First, jot down the activities you desire to take place in your rooms. Second, make a list of the feelings you want to support in your specific spaces. With these wishes in mind, you're ready to tackle your home makeover by deciding new design details that support your emotional requirements.
You can use fresh interior design ideas for your home makeover to make your home feel great and look fabulous.
© Jeanette Fisher
Jeanette Fisher teaches home makers ten ways to makeover their homes for happiness. Get the designer's touch on a budget. Free Interior Design Psychology Information Ebook. Interior Design Psychology Information
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